Charles L Rudolph Willoughby, Ohio Obituary

Charles L Rudolph

<p> Charles L. Rudolph, 82, of Painesville, passed away Friday, Oct. 15, 2021, at Hillcrest Hospital in Mayfield Heights.</p><p> Born Sept. 29, 1939, in Leesburg, Pa., he had been a resident of Lake County for 53 years.</p><p> Charles was a U.S. Air Force veteran, member of the American Legion in Painesville and former member of the Painesville Elks. He enjoyed boating, fishing, going to places in his RV, and was an avid reader.</p><p> Charles was the proud co-founder and owner of the Cleveland Closet Company in Mentor and ran the business along with his son and grandson for over 30 years.</p><p> He was the loving father of William C. Rudolph, Jeff S. Rudolph (Andrea Rapaszky), Kimberly R. Murphy and Kristy R. (Greg) Knack; cherished grandfather of Cameron Rudolph (Christy Todd), Caitlyn (Cody) Mackey, Charlie Knack, Clara Knack, Sarah Strauss and Kathryn Strauss; dear brother of Dale (Marilyn) Rudolph; and uncle of many nieces and nephews. He also leaves his loving companion, Saundra L. (nee Utterback) Rudolph.</p><p> Charles was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Darlene (nee Wallover) Rudolph; parents, Kenneth M. and Flora B. (nee Tharpe) Rudolph; and brother, Donald (Esther, dec.) Rudolph.</p><p> Family will receive friends from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday at The Abbey of Willoughby, 38011 Euclid Ave. (located on the grounds of McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home), in Willoughby, with a Celebration of Life service at 7:30 p.m. Burial will be 10 a.m. Friday at Mentor Cemetery. (Family and friends are asked to meet at the cemetery.)</p><p> In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that an act of kindness be done in his name.</p><p> To leave condolences for the family, visit www.MCVfuneralhomes.com.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
September 29, 1939 - October 15, 202109/29/193910/15/2021
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Love Rich Sr. and Belinda
October 20, 2021
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss... Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
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Liz, Tom & Ryan
October 19, 2021
Thinking of Kristy , Kim & the Rudolph/Knack Families. God Bless. Sincerely,
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With Love - Ken, Lisa, Halle & Clayton Graham
October 18, 2021
Our deepest sympathies. You are in our hearts. May you find some comfort in knowing he is at peace. His spirit lives on in all of your memories.
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